Creed 2 Movie Review: Another thrilling and emotional roller coaster ride from the house of Rocky Balboa

Creed 2 Movie Review is out now. Starring Michael B Jordon, Sylvester Stallone, Dolph Lundgren and Tessa Thompson in the lead, Creed 2 is a sequel to Creed and a spin-off to much-loved Rocky series.

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Since 1976, Rocky is one movie franchise that has delivered thrill, emotions and adrenaline rush in abundance. Even if sometimes the movie wasn't as good as the other parts (looking at you Rocky V), the franchise still landed its punch all right. At a time when Hollywood franchises are all about CGIs and saving the world, there is one franchise that is keeping itself grounded and delivering one masterpiece after another.

An immediate follow-up to the first part, Adonis Creed (Michael B Jordan) is now the world heavyweight champion. After discussing it with his mentor Rocky Balboa (Sylvester Stallone), he proposes Bianca (Tessa Thompson). The two get married. On the other side, Rocky's nemesis Ivan Drago (Dolph Lundgren), who had killed Adonis' father Apollo Creed in the ring in Rocky IV and then had lost to Balboa in Russia, rises. He has made his son Viktor Drago (Florian Munteanu), the animal, the mean machine he was once known to be in his heydays and wants his lost glory back. The very same glory which Rocky ripped off of him, which led to his shame of 33 years in the eyes of his countrymen, which led to his wife leaving him, which led him to live his life in oblivion. And as Ivan Drago mentions in one scene, like a stray dog. Despite Rocky's and everyone else's reluctance, Adonis takes up the challenge and what follows next is an emotional and thrilling roller-coaster ride.

Keeping everything aside, the best thing about Creed II is the way Dragos' been treated. While in Rocky IV, Ivan Drago was a one note emotionaless Russian boxer, Creed II takes us into his backstory and what he's been through for 33 years. We see Ivan Drago in a different light.

Director Steven Caple Jr's direction is fantastic. After watching 6 Rocky films and 1 Creed, you wonder what new will you be served? Well, Steven Caple Jr's makes sure you are in for a treat. Screenplay by Sylvester Stallone follows the similar pattern as previous films in the franchise and nobody's complaining because that works and how.

The way Caple Jr has executed the scenes and used the iconic Rocky theme music, you'll find yourself thrilled and with a lump in your throat. And the way characters are written, don't be surprised if you start rooting for the Dragos. The biggest win for the film is that in the final bout I wanted both Creed and Drago to win. In fact, I may have rooted more for Viktor Drago than Adonis Creed. Because there is our hero who is down but has his wife, baby, mother and the great Rocky Balboa by his side. And on the other hand, there is our supposed villain, who has lived his life under the shadow of his shamed father, who has been taught since childhood to bring back his father's lost glory and respect. And wants his estranged mother's attention. It's hard not to root for the Dragos.

The performances by all the lead actors are mindblowing. Michael B Jordan is a force to reckon with. He has proved it time and again the heavyweight performer he is. He nails his part. It's hard to make audience feel for you when you have evrything going in your favour and Jordan delivers that.

"Yo Adrian!" Whenever Sylvester Stallone mouths these words, I just go speechless as it takes me back to the happier times, Rocky had seen. Despite knowing the fact that Rocky Balboa is a fictional character, you fall in love with him everytime he comes on screen and feel for his pain. Sylvester Stallone is again at the top of his game. He is 72 but I still wanted him to throw some punches around. Looking at his realistic performance, it's hard to believe Rocky Balboa is not a real character.

Dolph Lundgren as Ivan Drago is a revelation here. The vulnerability he brings to his character makes you feel sorry for him. I know he killed Apollo Creed so it's too much to ask maybe but I just wanted Rocky and Ivan to share a moment towards the end. But, I guess that's not the kind of relationship they share.

Florian Munteanu as Viktor Drago plays a follow up to what Ivan Drago was at his prime. The only diffrence is, he has his internal conflict. There is sadness his eyes, that depicts what he has been through all his childhood.

Tessa Thomposon is the brialliant as Creed's ever supportive wife. She will win you over with her mature performance.

The music is good. Especially, whenever the iconic Rocky theme plays, it hits you right in the feels. Watch out for the way it's been used in the climax. *Goosebumps*

Overall, Creed II is another winner in the Rocky/Creed franchise. If not for anything, watch it for the love of Rocky Balboa, it looks like, this might be the last time we'll see our beloved boxer on screen. A highly engaging, emotional, thrilling and satifying watch.

Creed 2 Movie Review: Another thrilling and emotional roller coaster ride from the house of Rocky BalboaDescription:Creed 2 Movie Review is out now. Starring Michael B Jordon, Sylvester Stallone, Dolph Lundgren and Tessa Thompson in the lead, Creed 2 is a sequel to Creed and a spin-off to much-loved Rocky series.Gaurang Chauhan